FRANCIS J. SEBESTA

Francis J. Sebesta of Newburgh, passed away on Friday, April 22, 2011 at St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital, Newburgh. He was 81.

Son of the late Paul and Mary Danko Sebesta, he was born on October 24, 1929 in Newburgh. On June 28, 1953 at Sacred Heart Church in Newburgh, he married Marlene Mack Sebesta; who survives at home.

Francis proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, earning the Korean Service Medal with two Bronze Stars, United Nations Service Medal and Combat Infantry Badge.

He was a retired Senior Administration Specialist for IBM, East Fishkill and a member of the IBM Quarter Century Club, Town of Newburgh VFW, Miracle Riders Motorcycle Club and Wondering Bowman Archery Club.

In addition to his loving wife of 57 years, Marlene, he is survived by his loving son, Brian F. Sebesta of Rensselaer, NY; brothers, Nick Sebesta of Saratoga, NY, Paul Sebesta and his wife, Peggy of Cornwall, Steve Sebesta of North Carolina, Joseph Sebesta and his wife, Linda of Cuddebackville, NY, Michael Sebesta and his wife, BettyAnn of Kentucky and Bill Sebesta and his wife, Barbara of Coldenham, NY; sister, Louise Post of New Windsor and several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was predeceased by his sister, Pauline Angelone.

Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 27 at Brooks Funeral Home, 481 Gidney Ave., Newburgh. A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, April 28 in the funeral home. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, New Windsor.

To send a personal condolence or for directions, please visit BrooksFH.com or call 845-561-8300.

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